Mexican Cantera Opal Cabochon - Jalisco, Mexico DT beautifully patterned metamorphic rock we

beautifully patterned metamorphic rock we see today

making them a premium addition to any specialized mineral gallery or geology collection

swirling bands characteristic of this rare microcrystalline quartz variety

This "curated for you" approach guarantees that your specific specimen is chosen for its color contrast

Mexican Cantera Opal Cabochon - Jalisco, Mexico DT beautifully patterned metamorphic rock weIve always been fascinated by how certain minerals look when they are left partially embedded in their host rock, and this Mexican Cantera Opal Cabochon is a perfect example of that natural contrast. In Spanish, "Cantera" translates to quarry or stone, which refers to the pinkish tan rhyolite matrix that surrounds the precious opal. Instead of being cut out as a traditional gemstone, these specimens are shaped and polished so that the opal sits like a